Tone in writing significantly influences communication, especially in async messages, where emojis, punctuation, and warmth affect how messages are received and interpreted.

In async work, short messages often lead to confusion. Being clear and detailed helps everyone understand without endless back-and-forth. Good communication is about being useful, not just quick.

This episode of Open Event Talk discusses non-official WordPress events, emphasizing grassroots initiatives like Alt Ctrl Org that foster inclusive conversations and broaden community engagement.

When we were first invited to be a media partner for this event, we were still known as Do the Woo. A lot has changed since then, including our name But what hasn’t changed is our excitement to support conversations that drive real impact in the open tech ecosystem. The Future Is Now—And the Philippines […]

In Open Talk on Open Source, Adam Weeks, Tammy Lister, Zach Stepek, and Tim Monner discuss the importance of contributing to WordPress, exploring various forms of contributions and the idea of sponsored support.

View counts aren't definitive for video marketing success. Focus on quality viewers, conversion-oriented content, and long-term impact instead of just numbers for achieving meaningful results.

BobWP kicks off Open Channels Dispatch to share quick updates and news about the rebranded Open Channels FM.

One of the most inspiring aspects of the WordPress ecosystem is its commitment to making the web accessible in every language. In a recent episode from the series The WordPress Way,” hosts Abha Thakor, Pascal Birchler, and Robert Windisch dove deep into the world of translations and multilingual WordPress and revealed just how much everyday […]

In this episode of "Woo Product Chat," co-hosts James and Katie chat with Miriam Schwab from Elementor about transparency in software, community engagement, and the balance of openness while navigating business strategies.

A journey shows that success isn't a straight path. Embrace resilience, self-reflection, and the courage to reinvent yourself in a changing tech world.

In this episode of Emerging Tech, host Dave talks to Tole, an innovative developer who shares his journey from mobile to WordPress. He discusses his MCP integration in ConvoWorks for AI workflows.

When it comes to building successful plugins and products for WordPress or WooCommerce, everyone talks about the importance of “community.” But what does that really mean—and who should you be building community with? In a recent episode of Woo Product Chat, hosts Katie Keith, James Kemp, and special guest Jonathan Wold dove deep into the […]

In the first of the series, Media Playbook, Rae and Adam discuss how to connect WordPress businesses with the media. They share tips on crafting newsworthy stories and building relationships for better visibility.

Since 2018, WooCommerce has been a vital partner for Do the Woo, promoting the brand and providing resources. They will now sponsor Open Channels FM to strengthen community engagement and support.

BobWP wraps up the rebranding of Do the Woo into Open Channels FM. The new channel features five diverse shows, maintaining core values while offering more structure for listeners to explore their interests.

Bob's getting close to wrapping up the series and introducing "Open Source Reach," exploring open source's real-world impacts beyond coding.

It means a lot to be recognized by a publication that truly gets the WordPress ecosystem.

On today’s BobWP Unplugged, host BobWP walks us through day five of the OpenChannel FM rebranding series. He gives us a look at Content Sparks, and each series designed to help creators make smarter digital content, from streamlining workflows and harnessing AI, to mastering storytelling and media strategy. If you’re passionate about creating great content […]

BobWP is shaking things up with a rebrand of his podcast, introducing "WP Voices", where community members share their WordPress experiences. Expect humor, familiar faces, and new shows focusing on agency life, core and multisites.

The episode introduces the show Open Web Conversatioins during the Open Channel FM's rebranding series, featuring insights from builders and innovators on digital identity, emerging technologies, and online creativity, inviting listeners to engage.

An update to our changelog for OpenChannels.fm 6.0

BobWP updates listeners on the evolution of "Do the Woo," a podcast focused on WooCommerce. It features diverse hosts and segments, catering to all experience levels.

Do the Woo has rebranded as OpenChannels.fm, expanding its podcast community to cover various aspects of the open web, while still celebrating WooCommerce as a core focus. It's all about diverse voices.

So, the podcast "Do the Woo" is now "OpenChannels.fm"! It’s a cool rebrand to reflect their broader focus on WordPress and open web topics, while still keeping the WooCommerce content. Exciting changes ahead.

Shared strategies to ensure reliable WooCommerce performance during traffic spikes, emphasizing standardized processes, trusted hosting partnerships, and automated testing to foster client trust and ease agency operations.

This episode explores video marketing strategies with hosts Christian Taylor and Adam Weeks. They discuss timing for video investment, brand awareness versus conversions, and measuring content success.

Zach and Carl chat with Mendel Kurland, sharing stories of resilience, reinvention, and the human side of tech, wrapping it all in laughs and life lessons.

Running a massive web design business solo, while focusing on one platform, automating wisely, networking locally, and keeping support simple can help with strategies to scale without stress.

In this episode co-hosts discuss "community thinking" in WordPress plugins, highlighting the importance of user feedback and effective engagement strategies.

In this episode of The WordPress Way, listen to shared insights on translating WordPress, performance boosts, community involvement, and future multilingual features. Discover the ongoing need for translators and collaboration in WordPress.